strut rod bushings
Racer
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 440
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From: Sanford Florida
Re: strut rod bushings (derv3tt3)
Yep. Push out the inner metal sleeve, and then the rubber bushing should pop right out. The poly bushings go back in without a press, just a little bit of that gooey lube. Can't say for sure how the poly ones go in. The other option for removal is to burn the bushing with a torch. Good luck.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2001
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From: Wildwood IL
Re: strut rod bushings (derv3tt3)
I used an arbor press with support under the rod end..and it was a snap! Others have drilled many holes into the rubber and pounded it out..and others have used a hole saw to weaken the rubber. The poly goes in by hand...and remember to lube itwell. USE THE PRESS!!!!
Good luck
Eddie
Good luck
Eddie
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 3,581
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From: Spring, Texas
Re: strut rod bushings (derv3tt3)
I noticed a new two-part rubber bushing (insert each half from either side), but don't know how they peform compared to standard press-in rubber. Anyone have experience with them? Mine will need replacing soon.
